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May 6, 2026 · 3mo ago

Hotfix 1.6.2.2 Notes

AI summary1w

Hotfix 1.6.2.2 addresses hitbox consistency, visual bugs, platform visibility, and a crash related to the Pirate Hook.

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Bug fixes2

  • Yuletide GalvanUp Special:Fixed a bug where Yuletide Galvan's Up Special platform could be invisible.Platform visibility fixed
  • Pirate HookPirate Hook:Resolved a crash scenario when the hook attached to a wall, stabilizing hit registration after contact.Fixed a crash when getting hit on the frame its hook attached to a wall

Other changes3

  • Dash Attack
    • Dash Attack:Dash Attack back hitbox moved forward 30cm to reduce accidental hits when opponents jump over the first hit.Moved forward 30cm cm
    • Dash Attack:Resolved cases where the first hit could trigger in undesirable situations, improving reliability of the combo into hit 2.Fixed hit 1 linking consistency and unintended hits after whiff
  • Ice EffectFixed ice visuals so they are not completely opaque, improving visual clarity.Ice effects no longer fully opaque

subjects affected (4)

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Patch history

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  1. Hotfix 1.7.0.3 Patch NotesAug 7, 2026 · 1w

    Hotfix 1.7.0.3 updates several balance reversions and bug fixes across multiple characters and mechanics, restoring some earlier behaviors and fixing input/edgeguard issues.

    +23
  2. Hotfix 1.7.0.2 Patch NotesAug 6, 2026 · 1w

    Hotfix 1.7.0.2 fixes a variety of bug-related issues across multiple subjects, including input behavior, wall jumps, shorthops, visuals, and interactions with Neutral Special and Gouie.

    +42
  3. Hotfix 1.7.0.1 Patch NotesAug 5, 2026 · 1w

    Hotfix 1.7.0.1 addresses several bug fixes and small gameplay quality changes, including tap jump fix, clone/input fixes, tail hurtbox adjust, Pink Gouie shop addition, and sound effect tweak for Big Up Throw.

  4. Workshop Creator Notice: Engine Update and Mod CompatibilityJul 27, 2026 · 3w

    Studio updates Rivals II to Unreal Engine 5.8; all mods must be updated to 5.8 modkit to remain compatible; Workshop Beta will become default 5.8 branch and older mods will be private.

  5. Hotfix 1.6.4.2 / 1.6.5 NotesJun 23, 2026 · 1mo

    Hotfix 1.6.4.2 / 1.6.5: stage fixes for Frozen Harbor and Armada Fleet, visuals and crash fixes, plus quality tweaks and new options in offline modes.

    +5
  6. Workshop Beta Update 1.6.4.28040.294Jun 11, 2026 · 2mo

    Workshop Beta Update 1.6.4.28040.294 introduces server-enabled matchmaking in the Workshop beta, adds documentation updates, Editor improvements, and numerous quality-of-life tweaks and fixes for Photobooth, FMOD, item templates, and Workshop tooling.

    +61
  7. Hotfix 1.6.4.1 NotesJun 3, 2026 · 2mo

    Hotfix 1.6.4.1 focuses on bug fixes for La Reina and Slade in Arcade CPU behavior, announcer timing, title prefixes/suffixes, and chair mechanics for La Reina.

  8. Hotfix 1.6.2.1 NotesMay 5, 2026 · 3mo

    Hotfix 1.6.2.1 addresses UI gifting bug, back throw and downward special crash issues, and notes a known issue with Slade's hook interaction.

    +2

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